How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_API014 - Material &1 cannot be created when maintenace status equals 'C'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Material &1 cannot be created when maintenace status equals 'C'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_API014 - Material &1 cannot be created when maintenace status equals 'C' ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_API014 indicates that a material cannot be created because its maintenance status is set to 'C'. This typically means that the material is in a status that does not allow for creation or modification. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Maintenance Status 'C': The maintenance status 'C' usually indicates that the material is in a "Blocked" or "Inactive" state. This status prevents any changes or creation of new records for that material.
  Data Governance Rules: In the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG), certain rules may be enforced that restrict the creation of materials based on their status.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict actions on materials based on their maintenance status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Maintenance Status: Verify the maintenance status of the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the material master record in SAP and checking the status.
  Change Maintenance Status: If the material is indeed in status 'C', you may need to change its status to allow for creation. This can typically be done by:
  
  Accessing the material master record.
  Changing the status to a permissible value (like 'A' for Active).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  Review Governance Rules: If you are using SAP MDG, review the governance rules that may be preventing the creation of materials with a specific maintenance status. You may need to adjust these rules if they are too restrictive.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about how to change the status or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance. They may have insights into specific configurations or customizations that could be affecting the material creation process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to interact with material master data.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or change material records in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling maintenance statuses.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Material Master Data Management and MDG for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify the material as needed.